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The Seven Dwarfs at twin/group day
Apopka Christian Academy high school students dressed up as the Seven Dwarfs for twin/group day held Tuesday, September 24. Pictured are, (l-r), Sean Wood(Doc), Evan Chamberlin…
Wekiva High School’s Debate Team attends the Great Debate
The Wekiva Debate Team attended the Great Debate at Rollins College on Wednesday, September 25th. Pictured left, members of the Wekiva Debate team are shown with…
Walk and Roll for a Cure will benefit rare diseases
The ASAP Central Florida Walk and Roll for a Cure is scheduled. Find out details about this fundraising event on page 4B.
The early beginning of Apopka, ‘The Big Potato’
The following article is from Tales of the Big Potato as written by Jack Christmas, a local author who wrote a weekly article in the Apopka…
AHS homecoming dress-up days
Dress-up days were varied at Apopka High School this week as the students and faculty celebrated homecoming. In the picture above, Student Government Association sponsor Paul…
Community meetings will help OCPS plan school start times
Between now and October 30, there will be community meetings at different Orange County schools to share and receive feedback on the proposed changes to Orange…
Classic Car Show benefited the Debbie Turner Cancer Care Center and Southeastern Guide Dogs
One of the benefits of the Church of the Holy Spirit’s annual Classic Car Show is to be able to raise money for deserving non-profit organizations.…
More options added at AdventHealth Apopka
Three AdventHealth administrators delivered the State of the Hospital presentation on Wednesday, September 25, at the Apopka Community Center/VFW building. Read more about how AdventHealth plans to make healthcare…
AHS powder puff game
Male cheerleaders were among the many sights Tuesday, September 24, at the annual powder puff football game played at Apopka High School’s Roger Williams Field. Homecoming…
Mustangs seeking to continue seasons of excellenceThe Apopka Chief
The upcoming football season marks a new generation coming of age for the Wekiva Mustangs, Read more about the upcoming season on page 1.
Nelson’s Insurance Services can help with your personal or commercial insuranceThe Apopka Chief
At Nelson’s Insurance Services, they understand the needs of the community for great coverage with affordable premiums and excellent customer service. Nelson’s Insurance Services is here…
Apopka grad provides key support to combat operationsThe Apopka Chief
Mayport, Fla. – A 2011 Apopka High School graduate provides key support as part of combat operations aboard the USS Saint Louis, stationed at Naval Station…
Apopkan on USS BoxerThe Apopka Chief
Electrician’s Mate 2nd Class Patrick Diaz, from Apopka, Fla., assigned to amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4), speaks into a sound-powered telephone in the ship’s…
Squats and marching at band campThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka High School marching band had its first week of band camp July 22-26. Find out more on 1B.
Classic Car Show is scheduled for August 3The Apopka Chief
On Friday, July 19, Apopka Police Officer Marc Remillard teamed up with Orange County Public Schools Transportation Department for their “Back-To-School” backpack and school supply giveaway…
Back-To-School back pack and school supply giveawayThe Apopka Chief
On Friday, July 19, Apopka Police Officer Marc Remillard teamed up with Orange County Public Schools Transportation Department for their “Back-To-School” backpack and school supply giveaway…
Volunteers are sought to deliver meals to homebound elderlyThe Apopka Chief
Seniors First, Inc., a volunteer organization, is seeking volunteers to deliver meals for its Meals on Wheels program. Find out how you could help on 5B.
LANG awards longest-running customerThe Apopka Chief
Bertha McGraw of Apopka was surprised with a gift of one year of free natural gas service from the Lake Apopka Natural Gas District in recognition…
Operations on Leyte GulfThe Apopka Chief
Operations Specialist Seaman Apprentice Brendan Gilmore from Apopka, assigned to the operations department aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser Leyte Gulf (CG 55), stands watch in the…